Occupational Therapist T&O

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust; Stone Cross; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job description

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

About
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people.
We also provide some specialist services for a wider population, including renal services in Medway and Maidstone and a cardiac service for all of Kent based at William Harvey Hospital, Ashford.

Our Vision and Values
We have a national and international reputation for delivering high quality specialist care, particularly in cancer, kidney disease, stroke and vascular services.
We value and pursue excellence in research and innovation. Our Trust has been ranked first in Kent for clinical research studies, as well as consistently recruiting high numbers of patients into research trials.
As a teaching Trust we play a vital role in the education and training of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, working closely with local universities and Kings College University in London.
We’re on an exciting journey of transformation, with a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there’s never been a better time to join us.

Key Details

Location:
Site: QEQM
Address: Ramsgate Road
Town: Margate
Postcode: CT9 4AN
Major / Minor Region: Kent

Contract Type & Working Pattern:
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 18.75 hours per week

• Part time
• Flexible working

Salary:
£37,338 - £44,962 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Grade: Band 6

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the inpatient therapy team at QEQM! We are looking for a band 6 Occupational Therapist with a passion for working in Trauma and Orthopaedics. This is a permanent post and working part-time (18.75 hours/week).

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team across the Trauma and Orthopaedic wards and will be part of a team consisting of band 7 OTs and Physios, band 6 OTs and Physios, band 5s, 4s and 3s.

We offer vast opportunities for CPD and learning across the Trauma and Orthopaedic Team and also regular supervision. Upon joining us we will support you with your progression (and can also offer a developmental post from a band 5 to a 6) both clinically and with leadership skills.

Previous Applicants Need Not Apply

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Assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of holistic therapy intervention for patients on the Trauma and Orthopaedic wards. To be an integral part in the treatment and rehabilitation of patients within Orthopaedics and working closely with the physiotherapists.

You will need to be able to work independently and be able to delegate appropriately to band 4 assistant practitioners. You will contribute to the development of the service and be involved in supporting staff through the appraisal process.

Working for Our Organisation

We are a very close team all working together and supporting each other to manage and develop the service. You will have access to supervision and appraisals to develop your clinical and management skills and opportunities to develop leadership skills through various training programs.

We strive to embed the "we care" values into every day working practice ensuring that everyone who passes through the unit has an individualised program of care.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents'. If you have further queries please don’t hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.

Contact Information

Name: Justine Judge
Job Title: Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist in T&O
Email Address: [email protected]
Telephone Number: 07974 584241